Magna International's Days Sales Outstanding for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 69.48.
Magna International's Days Inventory for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 41.2.
Magna International's Days Payable for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 71.87.
Therefore, Magna International's Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 38.81.
Magna International (NYSE:MGA) Cash Conversion Cycle Explanation
Generally, the lower this number is, the better for the company. Although it should be combined with other metrics (such as ROE % and ROA %), it can be especially useful for comparing close competitors, because the company with the lowest CCC is often the one with better management.
Be Aware
CCC is most effective with retail-type companies, which have inventories that are sold to customers. Consulting businesses, software companies and insurance companies are all examples of companies for whom this metric is meaningless.
The CCC is one of several tools that can help you evaluate management, especially if it is calculated for several consecutive time periods and for several competitors. Decreasing or steady CCCs are good, while rising ones should motivate you to dig a bit deeper.
Magna International Cash Conversion Cycle Related Terms
Magna International Cash Conversion Cycle Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Magna International's Cash Conversion Cycle can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
MGA vs ORLY, AZO, BWA: Cash Conversion Cycle Comparison
For the Auto Parts subindustry, Magna International's Cash Conversion Cycle, along with its competitors' market caps and Cash Conversion Cycle data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Magna International Cash Conversion Cycle vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Magna International's Cash Conversion Cycle distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Magna International's Cash Conversion Cycle falls into.
Magna International Cash Conversion Cycle Calculation
Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) measures how fast a company can convert cash on hand into even more cash on hand. This metric looks at the amount of time needed to sell inventory, the amount of time needed to collect receivables and the length of time the company is afforded to pay its bills without incurring penalties.
Cash Conversion Cycle is one of several measures of management effectiveness.
Magna International's Cash Conversion Cycle for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Magna International (MGA) has a Cash Conversion Cycle of 38.81 as of Mar. 2026. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on Magna International and its competitors.
Is Magna International's Cash Conversion Cycle too high?
Magna International's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 38.81. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.44. Magna International's value of 38.81 is 42.4% below this industry median. Overall, Magna International has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Magna International's Cash Conversion Cycle compare to ORLY and AZO?
Magna International's Cash Conversion Cycle of 38.81 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. The industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.44. Magna International's value of 38.81 is 42.4% below this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cash Conversion Cycle for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Cash Conversion Cycle among Vehicles & Parts companies is 67.44, based on 1,326 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cash Conversion Cycle significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cash Conversion Cycle should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Magna International's current Cash Conversion Cycle of 38.81 is 42.4% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Cash Conversion Cycle mean?
A high Cash Conversion Cycle can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on Magna International and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Magna International's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 38.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Magna International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Magna International (MGA) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $48.20, compared to a current price of $64.56 — trading 33.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Cash Conversion Cycle is 38.81 and 42.4% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 67.44. Magna International's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cash Conversion Cycle calculated?
Cash Conversion Cycle is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Magna International (MGA), the current Cash Conversion Cycle is 38.81 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Magna International (MGA) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Magna International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $64.56 is trading 33.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $48.20.
GuruFocus considers Magna International to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MGA:
Cash Conversion Cycle: 38.81
GF Value™: $48.20 vs. price of $64.56 (33.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 42.4% below the Vehicles & Parts median
No single metric tells the full story. See the MGA stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Magna International prides itself on an entrepreneurial culture and a corporate constitution that outlines the distribution of profits to various stakeholders. This automotive supplier's product groups include exteriors, interiors, seating, roof systems, body and chassis, powertrain, vision and electronic systems, closure systems, electric vehicle systems, tooling and engineering, and contract vehicle assembly. In 2025, 48.6% of Magna's USD 42 billion of revenue came from North America, while Europe accounted for approximately 38% and Asia the remainder. The firm's top six customers constituted 75.9% of revenue, with the top three being GM, Mercedes, and Ford. GM was the largest contributor at 15.6%. Magna was founded in 1957, has about 144,000 employees, and is based in Aurora, Ontario.
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